Your smartphone is probably one of the most useful things you bring to an event. Whether you use a round lanyard, adjustable lanyard, power bank or phone grip to keep it accessible, your phone is doing much more than keeping you connected.
It is your ticket, camera, map, communication tool, payment device and, depending on the event, even your networking assistant. Whether you are at a conference, trade show, festival or networking event, you will probably reach for it dozens of times throughout the day.
The problem is keeping it accessible without constantly holding it or worrying about dropping it.
That is where the right smartphone accessories come in.
From an adjustable lanyard to power banks and phone grips, a few simple additions can make your event experience much easier. They can also be useful for businesses looking for practical branded merchandise.
Here are some of the event accessories for your smartphones worth considering.
1. Adjustable Lanyard
An adjustable lanyard is one of the most practical ways to keep your phone close during an event.
Unlike a fixed-length strap, an adjustable design lets you change how your phone sits depending on what you are doing. You can wear it cross-body while walking around a crowded venue, shorten it when you need quick access or adjust it for a more comfortable fit.
This is where products from Tedgifted can make sense for both individual users and businesses. A branded adjustable lanyard can serve a practical purpose while also putting a company’s name or logo in front of attendees throughout the event.
The biggest advantage is convenience. Your phone stays within reach without having to dig through a bag or check your pockets every few minutes.
Best for: conferences, trade shows, festivals, networking events and event merchandise.
2. Power Bank
Few things are more stressful at an all-day event than watching your phone battery drop to 10%.
You might need your phone for your ticket, directions, QR codes, messages, photos or event apps, so running out of power can quickly become more than a minor inconvenience.
A compact power bank gives you a backup when you cannot find a convenient charging point. For event attendees, it is something worth carrying in a bag. For brands, a branded power bank can also be a useful promotional item because people tend to keep accessories that solve an obvious problem.
The only downside is that power banks add another item to your bag, and you still need to remember to charge the power bank itself.
Best for: full-day conferences, festivals, trade shows and business events.
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3. Phone Grip
Sometimes the simplest accessory is the one you appreciate most.
A phone grip gives you something more secure to hold when taking photos, recording videos or navigating your phone while standing in a busy venue.
This is particularly useful at events where you are constantly pulling your phone out to capture something. It can make the device easier to handle and may reduce the chance of accidentally dropping it.
For brands, a custom phone grip also offers a relatively small surface for logos or messaging without turning the accessory into something overly promotional.
Best for: content creators, marketers, photographers and attendees who take lots of photos.
4. Protective Phone Case
A phone case may not be the most exciting item in your event kit, but it is one of the basics.
Events can be unpredictable. Your phone might get knocked against a table, slip from your hand or end up sharing a crowded pocket or bag with keys and other objects.
A protective case adds another layer between your phone and those everyday accidents.
For people attending particularly busy events, a case with a secure grip can be even more useful when paired with an adjustable lanyard.
Best for: virtually every type of event, especially crowded venues.
5. Screen Protector
If your phone is going to spend the day moving between your hand, pocket and bag, protecting the screen is worth considering.
A screen protector can help protect against everyday scratches and minor damage. It is a relatively inexpensive addition compared with replacing a damaged phone screen.
It also works well alongside other protective accessories. A case protects the body of the phone, while the screen protector adds another layer of protection where you interact with the device most.
Best for: anyone who wants extra protection without adding much bulk.
6. Wireless Earbuds
Not every useful smartphone accessory is about protecting the phone.
Wireless earbuds can be handy when you need to take a call, listen to something between sessions or block out some of the noise around you.
At a large conference or trade show, there can be a lot happening at once. Having earbuds available gives you the option to step away mentally for a few minutes, listen to a voice note or handle a call without putting your phone on speaker.
They are particularly useful for people moving between meetings or trying to get some work done during quieter moments.
Best for: professionals, conference attendees and people attending multi-day events.
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7. Charging Cable or Compact Charging Kit
A power bank is only useful if you have the right cable.
That is an easy detail to overlook when packing for an event.
Keeping a short charging cable in your event bag means you can connect your phone to a power bank, charging station or other compatible power source when needed.
A compact charging kit can also be useful if you carry more than one device and need different connectors throughout the day.
Best for: people carrying multiple devices or attending events away from home for long hours.
8. Phone Wallet or Card Holder
If you want to travel light, a phone wallet can reduce the number of things you need to carry.
Instead of keeping your phone in one place and your essential cards somewhere else, a phone wallet can give you a convenient way to keep a few important cards with your device.
That can be particularly useful at events where you need quick access to an ID, payment card or business card.
The key is not to overload it. Carry only what you actually need, especially if you are already using your phone frequently throughout the day.
Best for: networking events, conferences and attendees who prefer to travel light.
9. Phone Stand
This is one accessory that tends to become more useful once you start using it.
A small phone stand can be useful when you need to keep your phone visible on a table during a meeting, watch something between sessions or follow information without constantly holding the device.
It is not something everyone needs to carry, but for people attending events as exhibitors, speakers or professionals working between sessions, it can be surprisingly convenient.
Best for: exhibitors, speakers, remote workers and business attendees.
10. Branded Smartphone Accessories
For event organizers and businesses, smartphone accessories offer something that many traditional promotional products do not: people can actually use them during the event.
A branded pen might disappear into someone’s bag. A promotional tote may get taken home and forgotten. A useful smartphone accessory, on the other hand, can stay in use throughout the event.
An adjustable lanyard, phone grip, charging accessory or other practical item can carry a brand while solving a genuine problem for the person using it.
That is part of what makes Tedgifted and similar branded merchandise providers relevant for event campaigns. The goal is not simply to put a logo on another giveaway. It is to give attendees something they have a reason to keep using.
And when an accessory is being worn or used throughout a busy venue, the branding gets more opportunities to be seen.
Which Smartphone Accessories Are Actually Worth It?
You probably do not need all ten accessories on this list.
For most people, the basics are enough:
- Adjustable lanyard: for keeping your phone accessible and attached to you.
- Power bank: for keeping your battery alive throughout a long day.
- Protective case: for everyday protection.
- Screen protector: for additional screen protection.
- Phone grip: for a more secure hold when taking photos or videos.
- Charging cable: for when your battery needs a boost.
The right combination depends on the event and how you use your phone.
Someone attending a three-hour networking event probably does not need the same setup as someone spending 12 hours at a trade show. Likewise, an event organizer looking for branded merchandise has different priorities from an attendee simply trying to keep their phone safe.
The Bottom Line
Smartphone accessories may not be the first thing you think about when preparing for an event, but they can make a noticeable difference once you are there.
An adjustable lanyard helps keep your phone close. A power bank keeps it running. A protective case and screen protector help protect it. A phone grip makes it easier to handle, while earbuds and other accessories can make long event days a little more comfortable.
For businesses, there is another benefit. Practical smartphone accessories can double as branded merchandise, giving attendees something useful while creating more opportunities for brand visibility.
If you are putting together your event essentials, start with the accessories that solve an actual problem. And if you are choosing promotional products for attendees, the same rule applies.
Useful tends to beat forgettable.